What is a Lay Speaker?
A Lay Speaker is...
-An active, supportive member of a United Methodist Church
-Someone well informed on the Scripture, doctrine,
heritage, organization, and life of The United Methodist Church
-Someone committed to Christian service that is supported by on-
going formal training to help them develop skills in witnessing to
their Christian faith through:
-- Leading in their church and community
-- Caring by providing care-giving ministries
-- Communicating through the spoken word
Lay Speakers reach out to others in time of need, lead classes, chair committees, volunteer to organize outreach efforts of the church, and speak out about their faith.
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